How Okayama Has Lasted Since 1967
Okayama opened in San Jose's Japantown before sushi was a household word in America. More than five decades later, it's still here, doing things the same careful way.
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San Jose, 1967
Okayama opened in San Jose's Japantown when authentic sushi was a rarity in America. It has outlasted trends and recessions — earning its longevity one honest meal at a time.
Craft at the Sushi Bar
Every piece of nigiri is shaped with steady hands and genuine respect for the fish. Fresh ingredients and careful technique have always been the standard — not a selling point, just the way it's done.
A Room With Character
Superhero figurines share walls with ukiyo-e murals and neon signs — Japanese tradition meets pure San Jose personality. The space has always been a little unexpected, and that's exactly the point.
Faces on the Wall
Hundreds of framed photographs cover one full wall — customers and families who have marked milestones here over the years. That wall is the record of a community that keeps showing up.
Two Locations, One Kitchen
A second Okayama now serves East San Jose with the same menu, portions, and spirit. Growth followed the trust guests extended first — not the other way around.
